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Newspaper
Concord Enterprise
Location
Concord, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1899
Page
8
All matter must reach the office by Tuesday night to be printed in the same week. Earlier receipt prevents condensation or delay. Advertising material and subscriptions left with N. J. Cole the News dealer will receive prompt attention.
Mrs Thomas Moore and daughter of Littleton visited J Sterling Moore. Christmas sale supper and entertainment at the Congregational church Thursday evening. Rev W F Dusseault preached on Everyday Martyrs. First social dance by the young men’s club planned for Friday Dec 8 with Fiske’s orchestra. Rev Mr Washburn of Maynard preached at the Congregational church. Dancing class discussions under Prof Simeon Green. contact H W Holt. Thanksgiving ball with Poole’s orchestra drew about 80 couples. Auction sale at Universalist church next Wednesday Dec 13 with bed clothing and linens. Electa Pansy Penniman died aged 6 from spinal meningitis. funeral Sunday. Julia Tapley died aged 29 from apoplexy. funeral Saturday. Multiple Thanksgiving visitors listed from nearby towns.
James McGreen the tailor advertises made to order clothing with neat repairs and pressing at moderate prices. Also notes bicycle storage and care for winter by H. E. Clough.
Mr and Mrs Geo Penniman express sincere thanks to friends and neighbors for kindness during their recent affliction and for the many beautiful floral tributes. South Acton Dee 4 1899.
We thank those whose acts of kindness lightened our daughter and sister’s suffering and those who offered tender sympathy. From Mr. and Mrs. Johy Tapley and family So Acton December 5 1899.
New York Dec 6 Bobby Dobbs lasted just over five rounds against Joe Walcott in a 25 round match at 140 pounds. Dobbs was tall with long reach and science while Walcott, stocky with a Hercules frame, proved superior in the early action.
A general strike among about 600 Paterson New Jersey machinists is expected within 24 hours. A walkout would halt the city iron industry. workers seek the standard wage of 2.60 dollars per day after some received 25 to 80 cent increases.
Notices posted in all departments announce a voluntary wage increase effective January 1. The exact amount will be set in schedules posted in each room and is expected to please workers. Pemberton mills in Lawrence join Fall River as early adopters.
The transport Port Stephens, ordered direct from Seattle to Manila with 611 horses, put into Honolulu on the 27th unable to proceed due to severe weather. The horses were put ashore for a rest and the transport will resume in a few days amid reports of terrible weather between Honolulu and the Pacific coast.
Auction notices from Otis H. Forbush for J. Frank Adams administrator of John Adams estate Lincoln Mass describe sales at near Baker's Bridge Flag Station Fitchburg railroad on Dec 9 1899 and Geo M Baker to join with 15 to 20 cattle. A second sale by C H Spaulding on Oak Hill Harvard Mass Dec 14 1899 lists 2 horses 17 cows and heifers 1 bull wagons sled hay fodder and more.
Prosecutors in New York detailed direct testimony showing Roland B. Molineux harbored enmity toward Harry Cornish and Harpster A. A. Harpster, a former Knickerbocker Club employee and Cornish ally, with evidence that Molineux tried via an agent to obtain damaging information about Harpster from his former employer. The testimony supports the theory that Molineux sought drugs and medicines through falsified signed letters.
John R. Murphy, a Democratic caucus challenger to P A Collins, declares he will vote for Republican Thomas N Hart in the coming city election. Republicans celebrate the shift while Democrats remain tight lipped, weighing potential impact on the race.
Notes urge readers to hand in items promptly to the regular correspondent by Tuesday morning. Mail sent to the Enterprise Cor respondent will receive prompt attention at the Post Office.
West Acton reports a quiet Thanksgiving with family gatherings across several homes. The W C T A met Mrs L Blanchard, other officials visited Acton lodge, and the Ladies benevolent society planned a December 14 sale and supper with readings and music. Women’s Relief Corps officers were elected pending new officers at the December 18 meeting.
Miss Florence M. Leighton of West Acton wed Geo. S. Chadwick of South Boston in a private ceremony at the bride’s parents’ home. Rev. Geo. S. Dodge, M. D., officiated. Dodge had treated the bride for paralysis and she now begins married life in good health and cheer with hopeful prospects.
West Acton locals are invited to see new handkerchiefs table covers sofa pillows and pillows ready for use at Miss Armstrong's. Geo E Clapp Concord Junction offers watch clock and jewelry repair services. Leave work with Miss Armstrong.
H A Littlefield of West Acton denounces a false tale spread on Thanksgiving about family illness and being barred from a Littlefield’s hall event in Littlefield. He notes the rumor’s rapid spread and calls the methods despicable while condemning the misrepresentation and seeking no further costs.
Dec 6 Washington reports that First Assistant Postmaster General Heath ruled married women cannot remain clerks. Clerks who marry must resign, with postmasters calling for resignations and nominating successors to the department.
Manila reports 800 insurgents attacked a 200 strong American garrison at Vigan in South Ilocos. Eight Americans killed with many wounded. After fierce fighting the Filipinos were driven off leaving 385 dead. Colonel Bisbee reinforces the post. Fears about scattered Young forces in Abra.
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